1969 Volkswagen Westfalia Camper
Description
Released in late 1967, the second generation of the Volkswagen Type 2, commonly referred to as the VW Bus or other affectionate nicknames, would feature a similar distinctive boxy design with a rear-engine layout while updating some styling elements and chassis and electrical system refinements. Now offering an upgraded 12-volt electrical system, Volkswagen dealers would offer customers a variety of body styles ranging from a standard Microbus to a fully outfitted Westfalia camper conversion. Including a pop-up roof, fold-down rear bench seat that transformed into a bed, a small kitchenette with storage cabinets, this practical and functional design would prove to be immensely popular among camping enthusiasts, many of which are still enjoyed to this day. Now synonymous with a free-spirited and adventurous lifestyle associated with camping and road trips, the Volkswagen Westfalia remains a sought-after collector's item for vintage car enthusiasts and those with a love for retro camping vehicles
Highlights
Benefitting from an open-checkbook restoration completed under current ownership including new birch paneling
Westfalia camper conversion with pop-up roof, fold-down bed, and kitchenette
Finished in an attractive two-tone Burnt Orange exterior with White accents
Powered by an upgraded 1,776 cc air-cooled flat-four engine reportedly sourced from MoFoCo Enterprises of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Equipped with front bucket seats with brown upholstery with matching door panels
Currently displaying 3,151 miles at the time of cataloging, however the true mileage is unknown
Features
Four-speed manual transmission with Gene Berg shifter
Custom Speed Products front-disc brake conversion
Custom Speed Products exhaust system
Fourteen-inch painted steel wheels with chrome hubcaps
Jalousie side windows
Painted bumpers
Dual side mirrors
Vent windows
Lap belts
Blaupunkt push-button AM/FM radio with hidden USB port
Two-spoke steering wheel
Rear dinette table
Fold-away table
Icebox
Sink
Cabinets
Penny mosaic tile flooring
Included
Removable stool seat
Ownership History
This example was acquired by the current owner in 2023 who completed the restoration and has put approximately 1,000 miles on this example following completion.
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.
Contact: Blake Wingrove Phone: 616.822.8589 email: bwingrove@hagerty.com
